Ready to be the catalyst for change in a student's life? Cross Country Education is looking for a visionary LBS1 Special Education Teacher to join our premier CARES Program in Romeoville, IL for the 2025-2026 school year. If you are passionate about turning 'I can't' into 'I can' through specialized social-emotional support, this is your next chapter!

Position Overview:

• Design and deliver specialized academic and intense social-emotional support to K-2 students within the structured, self-contained environment.
• Facilitate and support student integration into general education classrooms, gradually increasing access based on demonstrated positive coping strategies and behavior management.
• Develop and implement students' Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), ensuring instruction meets the unique needs of a specialized learning community.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Special Education
  Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBS1) endorsement (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students needing intermediate to intense social/emotional support
• Experience with CPI or similar crisis intervention techniques (Highly Preferred)
• Bilingual (Spanish) fluency is a plus

Why Make a Move with Cross Country Education?

• Top Compensation: Earn $39.60 - $52.90 Per Hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Special Education Teacher, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Special Education Teachers enjoy a guaranteed 35-hour work week and paid sick leave.

Is It Time for a New Start? Company Website: www.crosscountry.com/education

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